Cristina Porta, a well-known sports journalist and media figure in Spain, has fully cemented her star status on the American continent. She emerged as the winner of the fourth season of the popular culinary competition ‘Top Chef VIP’, broadcast by the Spanish-language channel Telemundo. This success not only earned her the grand prize of $200,000, but also secured her place in the show’s history, highlighting her talents that go far beyond journalism.
The road to the coveted title was intense and dramatic. In the final showdown, Cristina demonstrated outstanding culinary skills, surpassing strong competitors. She managed to outperform actor Salvador Zerboni, singer Lorena Herrera, and Mexican artist Paco Pizania. Notably, throughout the project, Porta and the latter displayed a special ‘chemistry’, sparking numerous rumors in the press and among viewers about a possible romance. The intrigue around their relationship added extra excitement to the show.
The newly crowned champion did not hide her emotions after the results were announced. In her comments, she made it clear that she was absolutely confident in herself and believes her victory is fully deserved. According to her, this is an achievement that will stay with her forever, and realizing this brings her immense joy. This triumph was not just a win in a TV show, but an important milestone in her professional journey, especially after her challenging experiences in other reality projects.
Cristina Porta’s rise on television as a reality show contestant began in 2021 on Spain’s Mediaset channel. Before that, she had worked as a journalist on programs such as “SΓ‘lvame” and “Cazamariposas,” as well as in sports publications. Her first major project was “Secret Story,” where she made it to the final and finished second. This was followed by appearances on other shows, and in the summer of 2023, she and Jorge PΓ©rez won “Β‘Vaya vacaciones!”. Shortly after, Porta left Mediaset and set out for America, where her first major challenge was joining the controversial “La casa de los famosos 4”. Although she only placed tenth, her vibrant and controversial presence made her one of the most talked-about figures of the season.
Turning down a spot in the celebrity edition of “La casa de los famosos All Stars,” Cristina took a chance on a cooking showβa gamble that paid off. Her triumph in “Top Chef VIP 4” became the high point of her American adventure. Now, she is not only a reality star but also a sought-after Telemundo contributor, already appearing on shows like “La mesa caliente” and “Pica y se extiende”. In doing so, Porta followed in the footsteps of other Spanish TV personalities such as Oriana Marzoli and AΓda NΓzar, who have built successful television careers in Latin America, proving that Spanish charm and charisma know no borders.
